LOSTOCK (25TH BOLTON) SCOUT GROUP
Based at St. Thomas & St. John in Lostock Bolton, Beavers (6-8 years), Cubs (8 to 10 years) Scouts (10 to 14 years)The 25th Bolton Scouts Group is dedicated to helping young people to make the most of life by taking part in the many activities organised by the leaders.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the group's total income for the year ended 31 December 2024 was £125,898.92, resulting in a surplus of £109,432.80. The treasurer reported that reserves are low in each section due to costs incurred for refurbishment, although the group overall remains in a strong monetary position. Subscriptions fell by £900, while Gift Aid increased during the period.
What the accounts disclose
“subs are increased this year to £50 per quarter as reserves are low in each section due to money had to pay for refurb.”
Trustees
- Victoria Deanchair
- NEIL HIGGINSON
- Nathaniel Campion
- STEVEN ANDREW FLETCHER
- Tracey Nicholls
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £126k | £16k |
| 31/12/2023 | £18k | £18k |
| 31/12/2022 | £18k | £22k |
| 31/12/2021 | £14k | £12k |
| 31/12/2020 | £16k | £17k |
Common questions
Is LOSTOCK (25TH BOLTON) SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the group's total income for the year ended 31 December 2024 was £125,898.92, resulting in a surplus of £109,432.80. The treasurer reported that reserves are low in each section due to costs incurred for refurbishment, although the group overall remains in a strong monetary position. Subscriptions fell by £900, while Gift Aid increased during the period. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| TOYOTA MANUFACTURING UK CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £3k |
Charities like this
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- 9TH DONCASTER SCOUT GROUP
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOSTOCK (25TH BOLTON) SCOUT GROUP | £126k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| 1ST BELTON SCOUT GROUP | £296k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| 24TH BURTON ON TRENT (1ST ROLLESTON) SCOUT GROUP | £127k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| 1ST MARKET BOSWORTH SCOUT GROUP | £26k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| 9TH DONCASTER SCOUT GROUP | £229k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ST LUKE'S (MAIDSTONE) SCOUT GROUP | £144k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |